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#428 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 11% in state

Wildwood Elem School

Elementary School · Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

6950 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

Enrollment

494

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#428 of 3,813

In Chicago

#47 of 630

public schools

In district

#47 of 621

Chicago Public Schools Dist 299

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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8.2/10

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About Wildwood Elem School

Wildwood Elem School is a public elementary school in Chicago, IL, part of Chicago Public Schools Dist 299. Wildwood Elem School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wildwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #428 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Wildwood Elem School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 5.9
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,699
Chronic Absenteeism11.7%

Wildwood Elem School — Students at Wildwood Elem School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

14.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
84%
ELA
81%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
45%
2022
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.4/10.

How Wildwood Elem School Compares

See how Wildwood Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in IL
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

Location

6950 N Hiawatha Ave, Chicago, IL 60646

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wildwood Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ebinger Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Edgebrook Elem School (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fairview South Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Skokie), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Chicago, see our Chicago schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Niles 0.8 mi 4.4
FASMAN YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Skokie 0.9 mi 7.5
Onahan Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 5.8
Edgebrook Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 8.5
Niles West High School Skokie 1.3 mi 8.7
Fairview South Elementary School Skokie 1.1 mi 8.4
ST ELIZABETH OF THE TRINITY Chicago 1.4 mi 5.7
HILLEL TORAH NORTH SUBURBAN DAY SCHOOL Skokie 1.1 mi 6.1
Hitch Elem School Chicago 1.6 mi 5.9
Taft High School Chicago 1.7 mi 7.7
Thomas Edison Elem School Morton Grove 1.7 mi 6.3
Clarence E Culver School Niles 1.7 mi 7.9
Norwood Park Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 7.8
Farnsworth Elem School Chicago 2.0 mi 7.4
Lincoln Jr High School Skokie 1.7 mi 7.4
MCC ACADEMY COLLEGE PREP Morton Grove 2.1 mi 7.0
JERUSALEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Morton Grove 2.2 mi 6.7
Ebinger Elem School Chicago 1.7 mi 8.6
Madison Elem School Skokie 2.1 mi 7.4
Garvy J Elem School Chicago 2.3 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60646 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,115

Median Home Value

$493,600

Median Rent

$1,241/mo

Population

28,499

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

79.1%

Avg Commute

32.5 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

42.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wildwood Elem School

What grades does Wildwood Elem School serve?

Wildwood Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Wildwood Elem School?

Wildwood Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wildwood Elem School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wildwood Elem School rank in IL?

Wildwood Elem School ranks #428 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Wildwood Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wildwood Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Wildwood Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wildwood Elem School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wildwood Elem School a charter school?

No, Wildwood Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wildwood Elem School a Title I school?

No, Wildwood Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wildwood Elem School?

14.8% of students at Wildwood Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.7%

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